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Bucks vs. Lakers prediction: Lakers to win, Luka Doncic projected for 34 points in Friday's NBA game [1/9/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Milwaukee Bucks vs Los Angeles Lakers predictions for NBA Friday.
The Los Angeles Lakers and Milwaukee Bucks will meet in NBA action at Crypto.com Arena on Friday, with tipoff at 10:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations and today’s injury reports, Dimers' advanced NBA model predicts the Lakers as the most likely winner of the Bucks vs. Lakers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Lakers lineup will feature stars like Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Deandre Ayton, while the Bucks will rely on Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kevin Porter and Ryan Rollins.
Doncic is expected to shine with a projected 34 points and 4 threes.
This article offers further insights into Friday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Bucks vs. Lakers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Friday's NBA matchup between the Bucks and Lakers 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Lakers a 64% chance of beating the Bucks. Our predicted final score has the Lakers winning 115-111.
According to our model, the Lakers (-3.5) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the 228.5-point over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.
Bucks vs. Lakers odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Bucks | Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +3.5 (-115) | -3.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | +134 | -155 |
| Total | o228.5 (-110) | u228.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Bucks vs. Lakers picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Lakers -3.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Lakers | -155 |
| Total | Under 228.5 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Friday, the top play to make on this game is Lakers to win.
Bucks vs. Lakers player props
Looking for Milwaukee vs. LA Lakers NBA player props? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Crypto.com Arena.
Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to lead the Bucks with 30 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists, while Luka Doncic is projected to have 34 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists for the Lakers.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Bucks prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Bucks are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G. Antetokounmpo | 30 | 10 | 7 | 1 | 57 |
| Kevin Porter | 18 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 45 |
| Ryan Rollins | 17 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 38 |
| Bobby Portis | 12 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 24 |
| Kyle Kuzma | 10 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 20 |
Lakers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Lakers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luka Doncic | 34 | 8 | 9 | 4 | 65 |
| LeBron James | 24 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 48 |
| Deandre Ayton | 13 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 30 |
| Jake LaRavia | 11 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 25 |
| Marcus Smart | 11 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 26 |
Bucks vs. Lakers game-day updates and essential details
Friday's action between the Lakers and Bucks at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to begin at 10:30 PM ET.
- Who: Milwaukee Bucks vs. Los Angeles Lakers
- Date: Friday, January 9, 2026
- Time: 10:30 PM ET/7:30PM PT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Lakers, with a 64% win probability, will likely beat the Bucks on Friday, with Luka Doncic projected for a game-high 65 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Bucks vs. Lakers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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